Chapter 114 Return to Beijing

  Return to Beijing

  Days passed day by day, and he was beaten and scolded day by day. Even Rong Jingze couldn't help but admire Wen Junlei's thick skin, after being beaten and scolded for so many days, there were still such rumors, yet he didn't show any intention of backing down.

  The Emperor of the Imperial City received a letter from Rong Jingze and his mouth twitched, his face turned iron blue. He did not expect that Yin Ruofei would be so popular, first the Prince of Dàyue asked to marry her as his legitimate wife, now his precious younger brother, the Crown Prince Zéwáng, who was above all others, also wanted to marry him.

  If it's according to the Emperor's intention, this matter cannot be agreed upon even if one were to die for it. He is so doting on this younger brother, how can he possibly watch him marry a male consort? Moreover, it would not pass in the Empress Dowager's place either.

  This year, he has been selecting a queen for him, clever, obedient, and understanding etiquette, with requirements that are no less stringent than those for selecting a crown princess.

  But he had already set his sights on someone, and then this huge thing suddenly popped up, how could he accept it?

  But refusing is also not acceptable.

  Rong Jingze is not only his younger brother, but also his right-hand man. All these clandestine matters are under his control, and even the military power and security in the capital are controlled by Rong Jingze.

  Rong Jingze's letter clearly and unmistakably threatened that if he couldn't get what he wanted, he would definitely make trouble and run away with his little flight to live a life of luxury.

  This is absolutely unacceptable!

  He's gone, what about the Jiangshan he left behind? Even if we start cultivating people now, it's still too late. Moreover, others may not have Rong Jingze's means to tame this group of people, and whether they can be subdued is still an unknown quantity.

  His Majesty felt that his old headache was going to act up again, one by one, were they trying to drive him mad?

  Tossing and turning, the heavens and humans had been at war for three days and nights. The emperor's eyes were bloodshot, but he finally understood. Over these three days, everyone in the palace, from the noble empress to the small eunuchs serving by the emperor's side, was worried to death. They didn't know what the emperor was so exhausted about, only that he forbade them from reporting to the empress dowager.

  The doctors were summoned from the hospital and stood at the door, fearing that something would go wrong.

  Ten days later, Rong Jingze received a reply from the Emperor, and after reading it with satisfaction, he nodded his head and burned the letter to ashes.

  "Master Shu, what did the Emperor say?"

  "This matter is settled; when we return, we will get married."

  After a year of fierce battles on the border, Dajin finally began its internal strife. Except for the people and horses of the Great Moon Clan and some Dajin people who were confused with the crowd's eyes, everyone else followed Hawadi to rebel against the capital of Dajin to compete for the throne.

  That year, due to Wen Kui's deliberate friendliness, Yin Ruofei also gradually eliminated his hostility towards him. This was still due to a battle where Wen Kui pretended to retreat in defeat, and Yin Ruofei chased after him until they were separated from the main forces.

  Wen Kui Li then revealed his true strength, capturing Yin Ruo Fei alive under his horse. Yin Ruo Fei's heart sank like ice, thinking the other was going to take his life, but instead, after being tied up tightly, he started expressing his love for him.

  The boldness and straightforwardness of this grassland nation made Yin Ruofei stunned. However, when Wen Julei wanted to express his true love by kissing him, Yin Ruofei still kicked him away with all his might. Although Wen Julei was disappointed, the Da Yue people never forced their loved ones, so he reached out and untied Xiao Fei's rope, letting him go.

  Yin Ruofei was stunned again, and he also knew that Wen Kui had no malice towards him. Otherwise, just as the son of the marshal, capturing him would be extremely beneficial to Da Jin.

  With this, the relationship between the two people has inadvertently become closer. From time to time, Wen Jiaoluo would take him out for a ride, and they would chat idly together on horseback, playing for a while before returning, as if neither of them was chasing after the other.

  It's been a long time, Wen Kui Li began to tell Yin Ru Fei some military secrets.

  This time, Da Jin secretly retreated, and Wen Kui told Yin Ruofei without reservation. Moreover, they agreed that Daliang and Damei would join forces to surround the remaining troops of Da Jin.

  Yin Haicheng was shocked and didn't believe it, the high-ranking military officers were also suspicious, but when Yin Ruofei took out a letter written by Wen Jingliu himself, everyone understood.

  The condition for Dajin to join forces with Dameng this time to attack Dalin was that Dajin would provide Dameng with a batch of rice, flour, food, cloth and other goods. However, after a year had passed, only half of the agreed-upon quantity had been delivered so far. This was still reluctantly sent by Wenhui Li after several times of suspending hostilities against the opponent.

  When Tai Jin first proposed this suggestion, Da Yue Wang was somewhat unwilling, and Wen Kui Li also felt it was inappropriate.

  Dajin's move was not only known to Dalin, but also to Dayoute, who was even closer to him. Dajin's condition was clearly a trap for Dayue to take the bait, and when the time came, whether or not he would give in, the hatred between Dayue and Dalin would have been established. Once Dajin withdrew his troops, Dayue would face the entire army of Dalin.

  The Taiyue clan was originally no match for the Dailin, how could they hold on. So when Wen Junli saw Yin Ruofei and felt a liking for him, King Taiyue fully supported his proposal. In this way, the hatred between the two countries naturally ceased to exist, and under the condition that the Taiyue clan ensured its own safety, it could also cooperate with the Dailin to swallow up the Dagin, which was indeed a multiple gain.

  Yin Haicheng asked Yin Ruofei in detail, and finally decided to do as Wen Kui said. As the commander-in-chief, he must have a decisive attitude, feeling that this matter can be done, then do it, and come back when the opportunity is lost.

  After being silent for more than half a year, General Liu, who had been despised by everyone, finally felt that he had found an opportunity. He quickly submitted a memorial to the Emperor, accusing Yin Haicheng, Yin Ruofei and others of colluding with foreign countries and disregarding national security.

  With the communication between Yin Ruofei and Wen Jinglei, the plan was carried out smoothly. The soldiers and horses of Havaladi retreated in succession, with Wen Jinglei blocking the way ahead and Yin Haicheng leading his troops to pursue and kill from behind. Only the troops left by Havaladi at the border were killed and fled in disarray, not to mention the troops left by Havaladi as a facade, who surrendered one after another without any resistance.

  In this war, Hephthalites lost at least one-third of their forces. Although there was still a chance to compete for the throne, after succeeding, they probably didn't have the strength to fight against the Northern Dynasties, and were even much weaker than the Rouran Khaganate.

  In the military camp, everyone raised their cups to celebrate, and Wen Kui also brought people over to join in the celebration. Now that the two countries are considered allies, the Emperor has also sent a secret decree, returning the documents of friendship between the two countries that Wen Kui had previously sent over.

  "I heard that Ha Wa Di vomited blood on the road, don't know if it's true or not." A general downed a bowl of wine in one gulp and burst out laughing.

  "I've also heard that Prince Havadi is one of the most likely to ascend to the throne, but unfortunately, this time we've made him lose his footing on the throne that was almost within his grasp. No wonder he's vomiting blood." Another general laughed and said.

  "That's just a treacherous and untrustworthy little man, thinking of using our Great Moon Clan to attack the Great Lin, but he himself escapes to fight for the throne. Is there such an easy thing in the world?" Wen Jiaoli's face showed disdain. "Ah, Xiao Fei, come on, let's have a drink."

  "Come on, Wen Da Ge, let's have a drink." Yin Ru Fei had achieved great merit this time, not only was he praised by Yin Hai Cheng, but even the Emperor issued an edict to commend him. Everyone congratulated him and in the grand tent, people kept offering him wine. After making the rounds, he had already drunk quite a bit, and when he saw Wen Kui Lei, he downed another large bowl.

  Rong Jingze's face turned iron-green with rage, this kid, drinking so much, and still with his love rival!

  Actually, Rong Jingze had long been aware of Wen Kuo's feelings. The other party liked Yin Ruofei, but more was a kind of admiration.

  Especially the prairie ethnic minorities are very open-minded, they can marry the best, and if not, they will also bless him happiness. Knowing that Yin Ruofei already has a lover, he didn't insist on it either, just hoping to be good brothers.

  Yin Ruofei naturally liked the other's carefree personality, Rong Jingze had secretly contacted him twice and also thought he was a good person. The two became good brothers, but since they were once rivals in love, every time they met, they would glare at each other for a few seconds and exchange a few sarcastic remarks to feel relieved.

  At this moment, Yin Ruofei ran over to toast because of Wen Jiaoli's words, and Rong Jingze suddenly couldn't breathe. Looking at Wen Jiaoli's provocative gaze again, he really wished he could stab the wine glass into his belly.

  It wasn't easy to wait until Yin Ruofei had a drink, and then Rong Jingze hastily took him away. Others didn't dare to stop King Ze either, and looking at Yin Ruofei's state, he was indeed drunk too, so they let him go.

  Rong Jingze looked at the drunk and confused Yin Ruofei, naturally not letting him off without a good scolding, only releasing him after he had sobered up.

  Five days later, except for the generals and soldiers who stayed behind, the remaining army broke camp and started returning to Beijing. The troops in Yin Haicheng's hands were from five different routes, and they had to return to their respective places, so not many people actually returned to Beijing.

  No one noticed that Liu General, who should have been stationed on the border, had quietly disappeared. It wasn't until the people on the border discovered it and were shocked, then they quickly reported to the imperial court.

  Rong Jingze and others took a special carriage, slowly rushing along the road, but also faster than the main team. There were many generals leading the team, and Yin Haicheng was also traveling with them, not following the main team. Rong Jingze didn't like it, but thinking that once they arrived in the capital, Yin Haicheng would be his father-in-law, he tolerated it. Moreover, he often found something that Yin liked, such as dishes that suited his taste, and sent them over, which made Yin feel both honored and intimidated.

  Rong Jingze, who usually takes charge of the private affairs of officials in the capital, rarely leaves. This time, he's been delayed for so long due to the war, and it will be even harder to come out again. So, he disguised himself as a young master who loves to travel and have fun, taking Yin Ruofei on a trip, staying at special hotels, and eating delicious food he's never had before.

  A group of people wore casual clothes, and their escorts disguised themselves as traveling merchants or a merchant caravan, which wasn't very eye-catching.

  Perhaps because they had a bottom in their hearts, knowing that the two could get married after entering Beijing, Rong Jingze and Yin Ruofei's movements were somewhat too intimate, which made Yin Haicheng suspicious.

  The two of them had been living together for some time, and by nightfall they would be intimate with each other, sleeping in each other's arms. Although they hadn't taken the final step yet, everything else was already open and honest between them.

  Yin Haicheng was suspicious in his heart, but as a marquis, he couldn't do anything sneaky, so he kept looking for opportunities to see what the two were like when they were alone.

  It just so happened that on this day, Yin Haicheng received an imperial edict and pretended to show it to Rong Jingze, but chose a good opportunity to persuade the guards at the door to leave and directly entered Ze Wang's room.